Yes, that’s right – Gaggia was purchased by Saeco in 1999; Saeco was then purchased by dutch-based electronics manufacturer philips in 2009. With both Saeco and Gaggia now being owned by the same company, it’s to be expected that there are a lot of similarities between the two brands. Who makes Gaggia? Yes, that’s right … Read more
How do ese pods work? ESE coffee pods contain ground coffee specifically for use in an espresso machine to create espresso and espresso based drinks like cappuccino and latte They are not suitable to brew in a cup with some boiling water poured over them as the coffee is stronger and made for use with … Read more
Like many espresso machines on the market, the gaggia classic pro uses the 58-millimeter size portafilter, but determining the size portafilter you need is an important skill for espresso lovers and home baristas. What is standard size of portafilter? Portafilter Sizing Portafilters range from 49 mm to 58 mm The most common size is 58 … Read more
What are Pressurized and non-pressurized portafilter baskets? Some espresso machines like the gaggia classic pro include both pressurized and commercial baskets Is my portafilter pressurized? A pressurized portafilter is a portafilter with a small hole in the bottom of the basket which creates a pressure build-up in order to force the coffee through the hole … Read more
Unclip the reservoir and fill it with either krups descaling solution or a 50/50 mix of white vinegar and water. Place a large receptacle beneath the outlet. Fit the water tank and press the ‘Clean’ button. Select ‘Brew’ which will start the cleaning process that takes about half an hour. How do you clean a … Read more
Boiler. The Gaggia’s boiler capacity is 3.5 ounces , whereas the Silvia’s boiler volume is 12 ounces. The smaller capacity means you can pull faster shots and reset more quickly for the next cup. However, the larger capacity gives you more steam pressure for better frothing. Does gaggia classic have an aluminum boiler? The Gaggia … Read more
Heat the milk for 30-45 seconds in your microwave in the cup you intend to drink your coffee from. Once the milk of your choice is heated, take a small whisk and vigoursly whisk back and forth for 15-30 seconds until the milk is frothy. Pour the coffee directly over the frothed milk or brew … Read more
You’ll just need to ensure you have the appropriate descale cleaning powder You can either purchase the official sage cleaner which is recommended because if there’s ever any warranty queries you’ll have been following manufacturers guidelines. Alternatively, a descaling solution for espresso machines will work well. Can you use any descaler in sage coffee machine? … Read more
What is the best type of milk for frothing? Whole milk (full cream milk) creates a thicker, creamier foam when frothed, giving more body to your coffee drink. Low-fat milk and skim milk are much lighter and create larger quantities of foam with larger air bubbles for a more delicate latte or cappuccino. What milk … Read more
The steam wand is used to heat and froth milk for use in various espresso drinks This wand is connected to the heating vessel. When the user puts the valve in the steam position, steam from the heating vessel is released out of the wand and into the milk. Why steam is used in coffee … Read more